Running was a lonely sport
The past few weekends I’ve gotten to do something I love with someone I love. How lucky is that? OK, running as a social event didn’t always have me jumping for joy so let me clarify here a bit. Running is something that started out as a very lonely activity in my life. This wasn’t necessarily a bad thing, I was craving some much needed alone time and running... Read More
Is Josh Cox an Ultra Marathoner?
Josh Cox is a controversial runner in the ultra world. Some people don’t even classify him as an ultra runner, lumping him into the mix with other athletes seeking grander in a humble sport (*cough* Dean K. *cough*). Their argument, and it’s so true, there are plenty of more challenging, more death defying, reality shattering, s*@t your pants stunts that ultra marathoners... Read More
Making my list
My RunTalkRadio co-host, Caleb, has recently put out the challenge to runners everywhere to make a list that is tailored to our individual needs. Forget the generalized lists that are published for the masses, instead, he says, make one for yourself and use it to help you train for the 2010 season. Since Caleb is no only my co-host but also my coach, I feel like he put this out... Read More
Have you seen it? Run Talk Radio
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been working with two running partners of mine to set up and record a virtual conference which has turned into the fun loving, Run Talk Radio. Caleb, Daniel and I met through Dailymile.com and became fast friends through the tubes of the internet. Through Run Talk Radio we’ve gotten to know quite a bit about each other, and hoping our friendship... Read More
Marathon calling: It’s for you
I started running three years ago. In fact, running the Nike Women’s Marathon this year marked my three year anniversary with running marathons. I’ve improved a bit since I started, I stopped hating it so much and learned to love sore muscles, blood blisters, missing toenails, random aches and pains, obsessing over diet and training methods, and having my friends in... Read More
Dailymile isn’t just for athletic adults anymore
Ever since I fell in love with Dailymile a year ago, I’ve used it for logging my training, sharing advice with other runners, meeting new friends, and learning to love running more. Well, my roommate and friend, Elizabeth C. has taken Dailymile’s motivating and easy to use interface out onto the cross country course. Let’s face it, budget cuts have rippled throughout... Read More
Elite runners at the NYC Marathon 2009
NYC Marathon! from Kathy Simpson on Vimeo. As someone who loves to run marathons, I never get to experience the race from the side lines. This year, I came out to watch the NYC Marathon and not run it. It was fantastic, I thought that as a runner I wouldn’t be able not feel drawn to the course and anxious to run it myself. Standing with the other spectators, cheering on the... Read More
The art of the race report: One pre-race ritual I can’t live without
Finding your inner running zen: Image from: http://bit.ly/Kx9wV I have a few rituals to go through before running the Nike Women’s Marathon on Sunday. It started early this week when I pulled on my running kicks, which haven’t really left my feet all week with the exception of sleeping. I’ve been practicing some pretty outrageous hydration teqniques (I think the... Read More
Is this even possible? Sub-three hour marathon woman
I’m not a fast runner. I have a few marathons under my belt, but I haven’t made speed the focus of my races. That said, after my second marathon (and after reading Kathrine Switzer’s book Marathon Woman: Running the Race to Revolutionize Women’s Sports) I’ve had the crazy dream of running a sub-three hour marathon. So here’s what I’m... Read More
What?! I’m running a marathon in 2 weeks?
The Nike Women’s Marathon is on October 18th, and I’m expected to be at the starting line. Anxiety and nerves are starting to set in as I’m filled with self doubt. A constant stream of questions pour through my mind on a daily basis. Did I train hard enough? Why didn’t I pay attention to my nutrition plan? How many pain killers can you take without permanent... Read More
